Brothers and Sisters, Jesus says that my sheep hear my voice and he calls us by name. The good shepherd cares for His sheep. The good shepherd always comforts His sheep with His presence. In the presence of turmoil, doubt, and weeping, Jesus calls you by Name. When Mary did not know what her future would look like after the death of her Lord, Jesus calls her by name, and only then does she know that her Shepherd is there and He will provide and care for her.
Christian, this morning you come to this Table, because Christ called you by name. He called you individually and corporately. He called you to come to this Table, so you may know that all is right. The Shepherd is in perfect control of the future. Be comforted, He is risen!
